Quarterly Report • May 13, 2025
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CEO comments:
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The first quarter of 2025 marks a good start to the year for Multiconsult. We have achieved satisfactory growth and strong margins. Several large new contracts are secured, and we continue to maintain a solid order backlog. I am particularly pleased that we are expanding our project portfolio within strategically prioritised areas such as the energy transition and defence related projects. Our result directly reflects our employees' dedication and skills in providing value creation for our clients.
The EBITA for the first quarter came in at NOK 190.4 million, reflecting an EBITA margin of 12.5 per cent. Net operating revenues increased by 11.4 per cent to NOK 1 523.4 million, with an organic revenue growth of 4.2 per cent in the quarter.
In November last year we presented our corporate strategy to the market. The strategy will create real value when it is translated into concrete action plans for each segment and business area. I have therefore started a strategy roadshow to present the strategy, invite questions, and work with the management teams to discuss how it can be implemented in their organisations.
During the tour, I reflected on how the pace of change in the society around us is accelerating. When we developed the strategy, we took several scenarios into account. Our conclusion was clear: We must be prepared for more substantial changes in our macroeconomic environment. Just a few months later, it is evident that no one could have foreseen the extraordinary pace of change we are now witnessing, marked by emerging trade wars and an uncertain geopolitical situation.
Amidst all these changes, we see opportunities for growth. With a broad market presence and a diversified growth strategy, we are well positioned to embrace new – With a broad market presence and a diversified growth strategy, we are well positioned to embrace new opportunities across the Nordics and Poland. In addition, there is strong demand for our competencies related to developing sustainable solutions within the energy transition, the protection of nature and biodiversity as well as safeguarding and reinforcing vulnerable infrastructure.
Grethe Bergly, CEO
opportunities across the Nordics and Poland. In addition, there is strong demand for our competencies related to developing sustainable solutions within the energy transition, the protection of nature and biodiversity as well as safeguarding and reinforcing vulnerable infrastructure.
I am particularly pleased that we continue to sign new contracts that align well with our strategic ambitions.
Grethe Bergly | Photo: Bård Gudim.

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In addition to these energy-related projects, our engineering and architectural employees are collaborating on a wide range of projects, that not only create significant value for society but also align well
with our strategic ambitions to integrate architecture and engineering services. A good example is the new and modern district area surrounding the railway station at Hønefoss, a project that aligns well with our aim of being a driver for urban transformation and development. Similarly, our framework agreement related to restoration of nature for the Norwegian Defence Estates Agency (NO: Forsvarsbygg) is a perfect match with our ambition to build an even stronger position related to safeguarding of biodiversity and the climate. This is one of many framework agreements with Forsvarsbygg that have enabled us to take a leading position on engineering and architecture services related to military defence.
In February, many Norwegians were glued to their TV screens watching the World Ski Championships in Trondheim. It was a fantastic sporting event, with Norway claiming an impressive thirteen gold medals, but I would also like to hand out medals to all our architects and engineers who contributed to developing the solutions for the Granåsen facility. Congratulations to all the skiing, architecture, and engineering heroes!
Sometimes, taking a step back offers the best perspective. Over the past five years, Multiconsult has consistently delivered strong results, driven by some of the most skilled professionals in engineering and architecture. With a highly capable leadership team and a forwardlooking strategy, we are well-positioned for the future.
With this in mind, March felt like the right moment to announce my decision to step down as CEO of this outstanding company. I have full confidence that the board will find the ideal successor, and I am certain that Multiconsult will continue to thrive – whatever the future holds. I will continue with full strength until my successor is in place.
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| Net operating revenues Q1 (NOK million) 1 523 11.4% y-o-y |
EBITA Q1 (NOK million) 190.4 39.2% y-o-y |
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| 12.5% | 72.1% |
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| 1 696 | 4 749 |
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| Amounts in NOK million | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | FY 2024 |
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| Net operating revenues | 1 523.4 | 1 366.9 | 5 383.6 |
| Employee benefit expenses | 1 101.4 | 1 017.9 | 3 974.4 |
| Other operating expenses | 169.6 | 153.0 | 643.7 |
| EBITDA | 252.5 | 196.1 | 765.4 |
| EBITDA margin | 16.6% | 14.3% | 14.2% |
| EBITA | 190.4 | 136.8 | 523.4 |
| EBITA margin | 12.5% | 10.0% | 9.7% |
| EBITA adjusted 1) | 190.4 | 136.8 | 492.1 |
| EBITA margin adjusted 1) | 12.5% | 10.0% | 9.2% |
| Reported profit for the period | 134.8 | 95.5 | 413.3 |
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 4.86 | 3.52 | 15.11 |
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| Billing ratio | 72.1% | 73.5% | 72.8% |
| Permanent fixed employees | 3 963 | 3 772 | 3 923 |
| Permanent employees | 4 029 | 3 832 | 3 984 |
| Full-time equivalents (FTE) | 3 620 | 3 550 | 3 566 |
| Order intake | 1 696 | 1 847 | 6 454 |
| Order backlog | 4 749 | 5 086 | 4 851 |


1) Note to comparable figure FY 2024: EBITA adjusted NOK 492.1 million, 9.2 per cent margin. Adjustment related to one-off for settlement payment with client of NOK 31.2 million in the third quarter.


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Multiconsult delivered a good first quarter, maintaining positive momentum with strong operational performance in an overall stable market. The EBITA came in at NOK 190.4 million (136.8), equal to an EBITA margin of 12.5 per cent (10.0). There was high activity in most segments, and the result was positively impacted by higher billing rates and increased capacity due to a higher number of working days. Net operating revenues grew by 11.4 per cent to NOK 1 523.4 million, with organic revenue growth at 4.2 per cent, adjusted for the calendar effect and acquisition. The billing ratio was 72.1 per cent, 1.4 percentage points lower than the comparable quarter last year. Order intake was NOK 1 696 million resulting in an order backlog of NOK 4 749 million.
Multiconsult group ("Multiconsult" or "the group") comprises Multiconsult ASA ("parent company" or "company") and all subsidiaries and associated companies. Comparable text, and figures in brackets reflect the same period prior year or relevant balance sheet date in 2024.
Net operating revenues amounted to NOK 1 523.4 million (1 366.9), an increase of 11.4 per cent compared to the same quarter last year. The organic revenue growth amounted to 4.2 per cent, adjusted for calendar effect and acquisition. The increase in net operating revenues was driven by higher billing rates and increased capacity.


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The growth in net operating revenues was offset by a lower billing ratio, which declined by 1.4 percentage points to 72.1 per cent (73.5). Higher capacity, reflected by an increase in full-time equivalents (FTE) of 1.9 per cent and more working days, contributed positively to growth in net operating revenues. The growth in net operating revenues was offset by legal expenses, write-down, related to Sotra project of NOK 9.0 million. Multiconsult anticipate that the normal level of net project write-downs will be below 1 per cent of net operating revenues in 2025. Throughout the period, the estimates remained consistent with expectation.
Operating expenses consist of employee benefit expenses and other operating expenses. Operating expenses increased by 8.5 per cent to NOK 1 271.0 million (1 170.9) compared to the same quarter in 2024. Employee benefit expenses increased by 8.2 per cent. The increase is mainly attributable to higher employee benefit expenses due to ordinary salary adjustments, which are effective from 1 July, and a higher manning level. In the comparable quarter last year, the employee benefit expenses were affected by a temporary employer contribution tax of 5 per cent (for salaries/compensation above NOK 850 thousand) in Norway. Other operating expenses increased by 10.9 per cent to NOK 169.6 million (153.0), primarily due to higher IT-cost, travel and meeting cost, and cost increase in general.
EBITDA was NOK 252.5 million (196.1), an increase of 28.7 per cent compared to the same period last year, reflecting an EBITDA margin of 16.6 per cent (14.3) in the quarter.
EBITA came in at NOK 190.4 million (136.8), an increase of 39.2 per cent year-over-year, reflecting an EBITA margin of 12.5 per cent (10.0) in the quarter.
Net financial items were an expense of NOK 17.9 million (expense 18.4). The decrease (lower expense) in net financial items is related to lower interest expenses offset by higher net currency losses compared to the first quarter of 2024.
Group tax rate was 22.2 per cent (21.3).
Reported profit for the period was NOK 134.8 million (95.5). Earnings per share for the quarter were NOK 4.86 (3.52).
Calendar effect. The first quarter of 2025 comprised four additional working days compared to the corresponding period in 2024. This has an estimated positive impact of NOK 82.9 million on net operating revenues and operating results. Multiconsult uses alternative performance measures to provide a better understanding of the group's underlying financial performance, see last section of this report.
Total assets amounted to NOK 4 101.4 million (3 972.6, Dec 2024), and total equity amounted to NOK 1 393.9 million (1 182.7, Dec 2024). The group held cash and cash equivalents of NOK 240.2 million (164.5, Dec 2024), no drawdown on cash pool (no drawdown on cash pool, Dec 2024).
Net interest-bearing liabilities amounted to NOK 910.3 million (1 124.6, Dec 2024). Adjusted for IFRS 16 lease obligations, net interest-bearing debt was NOK 216.3 million (297.9, Dec 2024).
Net cash flow from operating activities was negative NOK 22 million (negative 28.3). Net cash flow from operating activities was affected by change in working capital. The change in working capital in the quarter was within normal fluctuations.
Net cash flow used in investment activities was NOK 24.1 million (70.0). Ordinary asset replacement amounted to NOK 24.4 million (36.2).
Net cash flow from financing activities amounted to positive NOK 121.6 million (negative 110.9) which was affected by proceeds on the revolving credit facility, instalments on lease liabilities and purchase of treasury shares.
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Employee engagement, personal and professional development, a learning organisation and strong recruitment capabilities are important factors for Multiconsult's long-term success. The number of full-time equivalents (FTE) in the quarter amounted to 3 620 (3 550), an increase of 1.9 per cent compared to the same quarter last year. In accordance with the ESRS (European Sustainability Reporting Standards) a new definition, 'permanent employees', is introduced 1). Moreover, the definitions of employees have been replaced with 'permanent fixed employees' 2). At the end of the period the total number of permanent fixed employees was 3 963 (3 772), an increase of 191 employees year-over-year, a 5.1 per cent growth.
Q1 2025 Q1 2024 FY 2024
| Permanent fixed employees | 3 963 | 3 772 | 3 923 |
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| Permanent employees | 4 029 | 3 832 | 3 984 |
| Full-time equivalents (FTE) | 3 620 | 3 550 | 3 566 |
Grethe Bergly announced her resignation from the CEO position after six successful years at the helm.

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In the quarter, the annual top management summit was conducted under the overarching theme "Think beyond – courage to grow".
Multiconsult received the validation of its emissions reduction targets by the Science Based Targets Initiative. The company's overall net-zero target is to reduce emissions across its own value chain and to achieve climate neutrality by 2040.
Multiconsult acquired the acoustics company Lifetec AS and thereby strengthens its position as one of the leading acoustics environments in the Nordic region with a total of around 50 employees covering this discipline.
Anders Reinertsen Liaøy has been nominated for the prestigious European EFCA Future Leaders' Competition.
Øyvind Benno Haugland has been awarded the prize for best master's student at the Department of Electrical Energy at NTNU.
Link Arkitektur has won the Sustainability Award of the Year for Lidl Denmark's head office in Aarhus in the Real Estate Network AARREN Awards.
The Rigshospitalet North Wing in Copenhagen was honoured 'highly commended' in the European Healthcare Design Champions Awards (2015–2024).
Multiconsult, A-lab and LINK have received multiple nominations for the School Building of the Year award 2025 (NO: Årets skolebygg), organised by NOHRCON.
Multiconsult conducted an employee engagement survey during the quarter. The engagement score is aligned with benchmark companies, and the employee net promoter score remains slightly higher than benchmark, indicating a high level of employee satisfaction.
In Multiconsult Norge AS, the International Women's Day was marked as a part of our efforts to further build awareness in diversity and inclusion.
In accordance with the continuation of the share ownership programme launched in 2023, a total of 3 040 MULTI shares were transferred to new employees during the quarter.
During the quarter, Multiconsult's ownership in Norplan Tanzania Ltd. was reduced from 49 per cent to 44 per cent. This adjustment supports the continuation of operations in Tanzania by maintaining the required level of local ownership and reflects the ongoing strong cooperation between Multiconsult and Norplan Tanzania.
Line Janicke Musæus was appointed managing director (NO: Administrerende direktør ) of A-lab and will assume her position on the 1 June 2025. She is currently part of the management team at A-lab, making this an internal recruitment. Her appointment will contribute to the realisation of Multiconsult's strategic ambitions, particularly in driving urban transformation and development.
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Multiconsult announced several contracts and framework agreements in the first quarter, contributing to a robust order backlog. The increased number of large framework agreements will affect the ongoing order intake, since no order backlog is registered before a call-off of a frame agreement is signed. This will result in a significant number of smaller call-offs instead of one large order intake from each frame agreement. The total consolidated order intake in the quarter amounted to NOK 1 696 million (1 847), a decrease of 8.2 per cent year-overyear. The order backlog is still high, with a diversified portfolio distributed across all business areas. At the end of the quarter the order backlog was NOK 4 749 million (5 086 and 4 851, Dec 2024), a decrease of 2.1 per cent compared to last quarter and a decrease of 6.6 per cent year-over-year.
Multiconsult group reports on markets, order intake and backlog through the following four business areas: — Buildings & Properties
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— Water & Environment
The size and timing of execution of the order backlog varies significantly between the business areas and locations. The order backlog does not reflect the total expected volume related to framework agreements and includes only call-offs that have been signed under these agreements.
Northern Lights | Photo: Ruben Soltvedt/Northern Lights.

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Below is an outline of the market development associated with the four business areas during the quarter.
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The housing and real estate market has remained challenging this quarter, while defence-related opportunities has continued to increase. Good activity within energy efficiency projects and several announcements of new hospital projects showed positive momentum. The Scandinavian architecture market remains demanding, with some improvement especially in Denmark. The market in Sweden continues to be more challenging. Both LINK Arkitektur and A-lab secured several important projects during the quarter.
Among projects included in the order intake during the quarter were:
The market within Mobility & Transportation remained stable at a high level this quarter. The trend towards smaller contracts and a move away from large designand-build projects continues, which may offer new opportunities. In Poland, the market remains challenging despite a healthy pipeline of opportunities, with political priorities and uncertainty around EU funding persisting. In Sweden, infrastructure investments remain high, although the financial situation is contributing to fewer new projects. Iterio continues to face a challenging market with ongoing uncertainty related to new framework agreements and call-offs under existing agreements.
Among projects included in the order intake during the quarter were:
The Energy & Industry market remained strong and at a high level during the quarter. Projects related to the green energy transition continued to be affected by political discussions, limited access to power supply from the main grid, and challenges in achieving returns on investment in the international energy market. Demand from Norway's traditional onshore industry and the aquaculture sector remained stable, while the positive development within power grid expansion and the electrification of existing facilities continued.
Among projects included in the order intake during the quarter were:
The Water & Environment market saw continued stable demand, particularly for water and sewage infrastructure projects, as well as climate adaptations, environmental remediation, and biodiversity initiatives. The growing focus on sustainability across sectors and an increased emphasis on nature conservation contributed to higher demand for advisory services. These trends were observed across all Scandinavian countries and Poland.
Among projects included in the order intake during the quarter were:
Stasjonsbyen Hønefoss, urban development | Illustration: A-lab.
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Multiconsult is a specialist engineering and architecture consultancy company. Its business concept is delivering multidisciplinary consultancy, creating value for clients, shareholders, employees, and other stakeholders.
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Multiconsult is organised in four reporting segments:

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This segment offers services in four business areas and comprises the Oslo region, including the Lillehammer office, Large Projects in Norway and the subsidiaries Multiconsult UK and Sitepartner.
| Amounts in NOK million | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | FY 2024 |
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| Net operating revenues | 563.7 | 510.1 | 2 004.6 |
| EBITA | 88.7 | 62.9 | 254.9 |
| EBITA margin | 15.7% | 12.3% | 12.7% |
| Billing ratio | 72.3% | 73.6% | 73.1% |
| Full-time equivalents (FTE) | 1 136 | 1 121 | 1 122 |
Net operating revenues in the quarter was NOK 563.7 million (510.1), an increase of 10.5 per cent compared to the same quarter last year. The increase in net operating revenues was mainly driven by higher billing rates, increased capacity and positive calendar effect. In addition, there was a 1.3 per cent growth in fulltime equivalents (FTE). These effects were offset by lower billing ratio. The billing ratio decreased by 1.3 percentage points to 72.3 per cent (73.6). Compared to the previous year, there is a small negative effect in the segment due to organisational changes, where FTEs have been moved from Region Oslo to Notallocated, impacting its net operating revenues and result.
Operating expenses amounted to NOK 468.4 million (441.7), an increase of 6.1 per cent. Employee benefit expenses was NOK 370.9 million (352.4), an increase of 5.3 per cent in line with ordinary salary adjustment and net increase in number of employees. Other operating expenses amounted to NOK 97.6 million (89.3), an increase of 9.2 per cent, driven by general higher IT cost and increased cost in general.
EBITA amounted to NOK 88.7 million (62.9), and the corresponding margin was 15.7 per cent (12.3). The increase is primarily due to higher billing rates and increased capacity affected by the calendar effect and the increase in fulltime equivalents. The increase in EBITA was partly offset by a lower billing ratio compared to the same period last year.

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This segment offers services in four business areas and comprises all offices outside the Region Oslo, with presence in all larger cities and several other locations in Norway.
| Amounts in NOK million | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | FY 2024 |
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| Net operating revenues | 637.0 | 559.0 | 2 176.7 |
| EBITA | 81.4 | 66.4 | 244.4 |
| EBITA margin | 12.8% | 11.9% | 11.2% |
| Billing ratio | 71.0% | 72.8% | 72.0% |
| Full-time equivalents (FTE) | 1 329 | 1 271 | 1 282 |
Net operating revenues amounted to NOK 637.0 million (559.0) an increase of 13.9 per cent compared to the same quarter last year. The increase in net operating revenues was mainly driven by increased billing rate, increased capacity, and positive calendar effect. Increased capacity is reflected in a 4.5 per cent growth in full-time equivalents (FTE). The growth was offset by lower billing ratio which came in at 71.0 per cent (72.8).
Operating expenses amounted to NOK 546.8 million (484.3), an increase of 12.9 per cent. Employee benefit expenses came in at NOK 413.9 million (378.2), an increase of 9.5 per cent. The increase was mainly driven by net recruitment, ordinary salary adjustment and from acquired
EBITA amounted to NOK 81.4 million (66.4), and the corresponding margin was 12.8 per cent (11.9).
Granåsen sports park, Trondheim | Photo: Even Langmo.



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This segment comprises the architecture firms LINK Arkitektur and A-lab with offices in Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Portugal, and offers services in the two business areas: Buildings & Properties and Energy & Industry.
| Amounts in NOK million | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | FY 2024 |
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| Net operating revenues | 217.4 | 194.3 | 757.4 |
| EBITA | 21.1 | 5.1 | 24.0 |
| EBITA margin | 9.7% | 2.6% | 3.2% |
| Billing ratio | 71.8% | 72.7% | 71.9% |
| Full-time equivalents (FTE) | 525 | 541 | 517 |
Net operating revenues amounted to NOK 217.4 million (194.3), an increase of 11.9 per cent compared to the corresponding quarter last year. The increase was primarily attributable to a higher billing rate and increased capacity. Capacity increased as a result of a higher number of working days, however, this effect was partially offset by a 3.1 per cent reduction in full-time equivalents compared to the same period last year. The net increase in operating revenues was further offset by a 0.9 percentage point decline in the billing ratio.
Operating expenses amounted to NOK 187.4 million (180.6), an increase by of 3.7 per cent compared to the same period last year. Employee benefit expenses totalled
to NOK 159.2 million (154.1), reflecting an increase of 3.3 per cent. The increase was driven by the ordinary annual salary adjustment, partially offset by a lower staffing level. Other operating expenses amounted to NOK 28.2 million (26.5), representing a 6.5 per cent increase, primarily due to higher consultancy and travel cost.
EBITA amounted to NOK 21.1 million (5.1), corresponding to a margin of 9.7 per cent (2.6). The increase was primarily driven by higher capacity due to higher number of working days, and improved billing rates.
Grønnland 55, office building in Drammen | Illustration: A-lab.



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This segment comprises the subsidiaries Multiconsult Polska in Poland and Iterio AB in Sweden and offers services mainly in the business area Mobility & Transportation.
| Amounts in NOK million | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | FY 2024 |
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| Net operating revenues | 110.0 | 96.0 | 406.0 |
| EBITA | 6.6 | 5.2 | 23.7 |
| EBITA margin | 6.0% | 5.4% | 5.8% |
| Billing ratio | 78.9% | 79.6% | 78.6% |
| Full-time equivalents (FTE) | 446 | 457 | 470 |
Net operating revenues amounted to NOK 110.0 million (96.0), an increase of 14.5 per cent compared to the same quarter last year. The increase was primarily attributable to improved billing rates and increased capacity. Capacity increased as a result of a higher number of working days, however, this effect was partially offset by a 2.5 per cent reduction in fulltime equivalents compared to the same period last year. In addition, growth in net operating revenues measured in NOK exceeded growth in local currency, driven by positive currency translation effects.
Operating expenses amounted to NOK 98.0 million (85.7), 14.3 per cent higher than in the same period last year. Employee benefit expenses increased by 17.4 per cent primarily due to the ordinary annual salary adjustment and the inclusion of employees from VA-Resurs to this segment. The increase was also partly impacted by currency translation effects when comparing figures in NOK. Other operating expenses amounted to NOK 14.2 million (14.3), remaining at the same level as last year.
EBITA amounted to NOK 6.6 million (5.2), corresponding to a margin of 6.0 per cent (5.4). The increase was driven by higher capacity and higher billing rates compared to the same period last year.
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On 1 April, Multiconsult ASA entered into an agreement to purchase all the shares of the acoustics company Lifetec AS, based in Oslo, Norway. With the acquisition, Multiconsult is strengthening its position as one of the leading acoustics environments in the Nordics and enhancing its ability to deliver comprehensive solutions from early phase to implementation of large, interdisciplinary projects.
On 10 April, Multiconsult ASA held its annual general meeting. The general meeting elected Rikard Appelgren as chair of the board, and Tove Raanes and Eva Kristiansen as members of the board of directors. All proposed items on the agenda were approved by the annual general meeting. In addition, with the effect from 10 April, Trude Skogesal, Magnus Sørensen and Axel Ødegaard were elected as new employee elected to the board of directors through an internal election process. They have been elected for a term of two years.
On 10 April, Multiconsult ASA announced: The annual general meeting of Multiconsult ASA held on 10 April 2025 resolved to elect BDO AS (org. no. 993 606 650) as the company's new external auditor, replacing Deloitte AS.
These forward-looking statements reflect current views about future events and are, by their nature, subject to significant risks and uncertainties because they relate to events and depend on circumstances in the future.
The overall market outlook remains stable, although geopolitical and financial uncertainty has increased. Defence and security-related investments are expected to support demand, while the building and property market is likely to remain challenging due to low investment levels and constrained public budgets. Healthcare and energy efficiency projects show signs of positive development.
The energy market remains strong, especially within electrification and grid development, although green transition projects continue to face political and financial barriers. The infrastructure market is expected to stay solid, though with variations between countries and continued uncertainty in Sweden.
Although billing rates increased slightly in the quarter, the competitive landscape continues to evolve, with pricing and margins for architectural and engineering services remaining sensitive and variable.
A solid project pipeline and several new frame agreements in key markets support stability.
Multiconsult does not provide forecast.
Through its business activities, Multiconsult manages a considerable contract portfolio of engineering, architectural and advisory services that is exposed to a wide variety of risk factors. The risk of disagreements and legal disputes related to the possible cost of delays and project errors is always present in the business.
The Risk and risk management section of the Directors' report in the 2024 Annual Report contains detailed description and mitigating actions related to several risk factors, including: project risk (including risk related to Sotra Link project, where legal proceedings are set to start in September 2025), credit risk, currency risk, interest rate risk, liquidity risk, accounting estimates risk, employees and expertise risk, nature and climate risk, macroeconomic developments and geopolitical tensions, and information and cyber security risk.
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| Net operating revenues: | Operating revenues less sub consultants, direct external project costs and disbursements. |
|---|---|
| EBITDA: | EBIT before depreciation, amortisation and impairment. |
| EBITDA margin (%): | EBITDA as a percentage of net operating revenues. |
| EBITA: | Earnings before net financial items, results from associates and joint ventures and income tax. |
| EBITA margin (%): | EBIT as a percentage of net operating revenues. |
| Billing ratio (%): | Total billable hours in a period as a percentage of total hours reported in the | ||
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| ratio per segment includes allocated administrative staff. | |||
| EBITA: | EBIT before amortisation and impairment of goodwill and acquisition-related | ||
| intangible assets. | |||
| EBITA margin (%): | EBITA as a percentage of net operating revenues. | ||
| EBITA adjusted: | BITA adjusted for one-offs. | ||
| EBITA adjusted margin (%): | EBITA adjusted as a percentage of net operating revenues. | ||
| Number of employees comprise all staff on payroll including staff on temporarily | |||
| leave (paid and unpaid), excluding temporary personnel. Number of employees | |||
| measured at the end of the period. | |||
| Permanent fixed employees: | Number of employees on fixed salary including staff on temporary leave (paid and | ||
| unpaid), excluding temporary employees and non-guaranteed hours personnel. | |||
| Number of employees measured at the end of the period. | |||
| Permanent employees: | Number of employees on fixed or hourly salary including staff on temporary leave | ||
| (paid and unpaid), excluding temporary employees and non-guaranteed hours | |||
| personnel. Number of employees measured at the end of the period. | |||
| FTE (Full-time equivalents): | Total hours reported in the period converted to the equivalent number of full-time | ||
| positions. | |||
| Total hours: | Hours of attendance plus hours of employer-paid absence. | ||
| Order intake: | Expected operating revenues on new contracts and confirmed changes to existing | ||
| contracts. Only group external contracts are included. | |||
| Order backlog: | Expected remaining operating revenues on new and existing contracts. Only | ||
| group external contracts are included. Call-offs on framework agreements are | |||
| included in the order backlog when signed. | |||
| Net interest-bearing debt: | Non-current and current interest-bearing liabilities deducted cash and cash | ||
| equivalents. |
This report includes forward-looking statements, which are based on our current expectations and projections about future events. All statements other than statements of historical facts included in this notice, including statements regarding our future financial position, risks and uncertainties related to our business, strategy, capital expenditures, projected costs and our plans and objectives for future operations, including our plans for future cost savings and synergies may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Words such as "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "may," "assume," "plan," "intend," "will," "should," "estimate," "risk" and similar expressions or the negatives of these expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties because they relate to events and depend on circumstances that may or may not occur in the future. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. In addition, any forward-looking statements are made only as of the date of this notice, and we do not intend and do not assume any obligation to update any statements set forth in this report.
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| Amounts in NOK thousand, except EPS | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | FY 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating revenues | 1 748 447 | 1 591 577 | 6 349 488 |
| Expenses for sub consultants and disbursements | 225 029 | 224 633 | 965 891 |
| Net operating revenues | 1 523 417 | 1 366 943 | 5 383 597 |
| Employee benefit expenses | 1 101 390 | 1 017 900 | 3 974 446 |
| Other operating expenses | 169 569 | 152 951 | 643 710 |
| Operating expenses excl. depreciation and amortisation | 1 270 959 | 1 170 851 | 4 618 157 |
| Operating profit before depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) | 252 458 | 196 092 | 765 440 |
| Depreciation, amortisation and impairment | 63 077 | 60 127 | 248 884 |
| Operating profit (EBIT) | 189 382 | 135 965 | 516 556 |
| Share of profit from associated companies and joint ventures | 1 784 | 3 854 | 9 760 |
| Financial income and expenses | |||
| Financial income | 5 228 | 5 987 | 80 330 |
| Financial expenses | 23 087 | 24 338 | 92 376 |
| Net financial items | (17 859) | (18 351) | (12 046) |
| Profit before income taxes | 173 306 | 121 469 | 514 270 |
| Income tax expense | 38 550 | 25 920 | 100 936 |
| Profit for the period | 134 757 | 95 549 | 413 334 |
| Attributable to: | |||
| Attributable to the equity holders of the company | 134 190 | 97 204 | 416 485 |
| Attributable to non-controlling interests | 566 | (1 654) | (3 151) |
| Earnings per share attributable to the equity holders of the parent company | |||
| Basic and diluted (NOK) | 4.86 | 3.52 | 15.11 |
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| Amounts in NOK thousand | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | FY 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Profit for the period | 134 757 | 95 549 | 413 334 |
| Other comprehensive income | |||
| Remeasurement of defined benefit obligations | - | - | (505) |
| Income taxes | - | - | 111 |
| Total items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss | - | - | (394) |
| Currency translation differences | (3 999) | 6 519 | 12 875 |
| Total items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss | (3 999) | 6 519 | 12 875 |
| Total other comprehensive income for the period | (3 999) | 6 519 | 12 481 |
| Total comprehensive income for the period | 130 758 | 102 068 | 425 815 |
| Attributable to: | |||
| Attributable to the equity holders of the company | 130 214 | 103 685 | 428 924 |
| Attributable to non-controlling interests | 544 | (1 617) | (3 109) |
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| Amounts in NOK thousand | 31 March 2025 | 31 March 2024 | 31 December 2024 |
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| ASSETS | |||
| Non-current assets | |||
| Deferred tax assets | 33 385 | 57 046 | 32 675 |
| Intangible assets | 39 764 | 43 292 | 39 892 |
| Goodwill | 1 137 766 | 1 102 270 | 1 137 260 |
| Property, plant and equipment | 185 298 | 167 704 | 178 637 |
| Right-of-use assets | 629 273 | 756 727 | 650 609 |
| Investments in associated companies and joint ventures | 31 298 | 42 054 | 37 596 |
| Assets for reimbursement of provisions | 78 070 | 85 163 | 70 469 |
| Other non-current financial assets and shares | 33 366 | 35 899 | 33 665 |
| Total non-current assets | 2 168 219 | 2 290 154 | 2 180 803 |
| Current assets | |||
| Trade receivables | 850 425 | 968 119 | 948 407 |
| Work in progress | 571 834 | 392 291 | 320 491 |
| Other current receivables and prepaid expenses | 270 699 | 250 599 | 155 175 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 240 182 | 71 429 | 164 488 |
| Total current assets | 1 933 140 | 1 682 438 | 1 588 560 |
| Total assets | 4 101 360 | 3 972 592 | 3 769 363 |
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| Amounts in NOK thousand | 31 March 2025 | 31 March 2024 | 31 December 2024 |
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| EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | |||
| Shareholders' equity | |||
| Total paid in capital | 187 311 | 206 169 | 203 068 |
| Other equity | 1 163 739 | 932 746 | 1 033 490 |
| Non-controlling interests | 42 858 | 43 806 | 42 314 |
| Total shareholders' equity | 1 393 908 | 1 182 721 | 1 278 871 |
| Non-current liabilities | |||
| Pension obligations | 4 409 | 4 628 | 4 409 |
| Deferred tax | 15 903 | 17 899 | 14 353 |
| Provisions | 87 713 | 93 458 | 77 946 |
| Other non-current obligations | 5 800 | 57 326 | 5 800 |
| Non-current interest-bearing liabilities | - | 400 000 | 250 000 |
| Non-current lease liabilities | 478 505 | 621 005 | 506 515 |
| Total non-current liabilities | 592 330 | 1 194 316 | 859 023 |
| Current liabilities | |||
| Trade payables | 182 800 | 239 827 | 123 522 |
| Prepaid revenues | 156 773 | 159 909 | 169 383 |
| Current tax liabilities | 67 912 | 73 550 | 81 234 |
| Public duties payable | 450 650 | 422 032 | 528 959 |
| Current interest-bearing liabilities | 484 920 | - | 34 920 |
| Current lease liabilities | 215 557 | 205 726 | 211 082 |
| Other current liabilities | 556 510 | 494 511 | 482 368 |
| Total current liabilities | 2 115 122 | 1 595 555 | 1 631 469 |
| Total liabilities | 2 707 452 | 2 789 871 | 2 490 492 |
| Total equity and liabilities | 4 101 360 | 3 972 592 | 3 769 363 |
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| Share | Own | Share | Total paid in | Retained | ownership | interests | Total | |||
| Amounts in NOK thousand | capital | shares | premium | capital | earnings | programme | Pension | Currency | (NCI) | equity |
| 31 December 2023 | 13 837 | (4 625) | 196 603 | 205 815 | 1 087 916 | (76 860) | (203 530) | 21 506 | 45 422 | 1 080 272 |
| Treasury shares | - | 354 | - | 354 | - | 27 | - | - | - | 381 |
| Comprehensive income | - | - | - | - | 97 166 | - | - | 6 519 | (1 617) | 102 067 |
| 31 March 2024 | 13 837 | (4 271) | 196 603 | 206 169 | 1 185 082 | (76 833) | (203 530) | 28 025 | 43 805 | 1 182 720 |
| - | - | - | - | - | (10 803) | - | - | - | (10 803) | |
| 31 December 2023 | 13 837 | (4 625) | 196 603 | 205 815 | 1 087 916 | (76 860) | (203 530) | 21 506 | 45 422 | 1 080 272 |
| Dividend | - | - | - | - | (221 136) | - | - | - | - | (221 136) |
| Treasury shares | - | (2 747) | - | (2 747) | - | 6 728 | - | - | - | 3 981 |
| Employee ownership programme | - | - | - | - | - | (10 060) | - | - | - | (10 060) |
| Comprehensive income | - | - | - | - | 416 443 | - | (394) | 12 875 | (3 109) | 425 815 |
| 31 December 2024 | 13 837 | (7 372) | 196 603 | 203 068 | 1 283 222 | (80 193) | (203 924) | 34 381 | 42 314 | 1 278 871 |
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 31 December 2024 | 13 837 | (7 372) | 196 603 | 203 068 | 1 283 222 | (80 193) | (203 924) | 34 381 | 42 314 | 1 278 871 |
| Treasury shares | - | (15 757) | - | (15 757) | - | 36 | - | - | - | (15 722) |
| Comprehensive income | - | - | - | - | 134 213 | - | - | (3 999) | 544 | 130 758 |
| 31 March 2025 | 13 837 | (23 129) | 196 603 | 187 311 | 1 417 435 | (80 157) | (203 924) | 30 382 | 42 858 | 1 393 908 |
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| Amounts in NOK thousand | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | FY 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cash flow from operating activities | |||
| Profit before income taxes | 173 306 | 121 469 | 514 270 |
| Interest lease liabilities | 8 325 | 9 951 | 35 196 |
| Interest expense interest-bearing liabilities | 6 627 | 8 381 | 35 935 |
| Income taxes paid | (51 031) | (43 848) | (84 678) |
| Depreciation, amortisation and impairment | 18 126 | 17 412 | 74 176 |
| Depreciation right-of-use assets | 44 951 | 42 816 | 174 810 |
| Impairment right-of-use assets | - | (103) | (103) |
| Results from associated companies and joint ventures | (1 784) | (3 854) | (9 760) |
| Other non-cash profit and loss items | 3 708 | (678) | (63 320) |
| Subtotal operating activities | 202 228 | 151 548 | 676 527 |
| Trade payables | 59 278 | 20 416 | (101 084) |
| Trade receivables | 97 982 | 12 009 | 45 688 |
| Work in progress | (251 343) | (132 804) | (58 288) |
| Public duties payable | (78 309) | (70 700) | 32 335 |
| Other | (51 826) | (8 813) | 76 599 |
| Total changes in working capital | (224 219) | (179 892) | (4 750) |
| Net cash flow from operating activities | (21 992) | (28 344) | 671 777 |
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| Amounts in NOK thousand | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | FY 2024 |
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| Cash flows used in investment activities | |||
| Net purchase and sale of fixed assets and financial non-current assets | (24 397) | (36 154) | (95 965) |
| Payments received related to associated companies, joint ventures and jointly controlled entities | - | - | 4 623 |
| Change in non-current financial assets, restricted funds | 291 | (1 230) | (1 594) |
| Net cash effect of business combinations | - | (32 576) | (62 238) |
| Net cash flow used in investment activities | (24 107) | (69 960) | (155 174) |
| Cash flow from financing activities Proceeds on interest-bearing liabilities |
200 000 | - | 350 000 |
| Instalments on interest-bearing liabilities | - | (50 000) | (550 000) |
| Paid interest on interest-bearing liabilities | (6 627) | (8 381) | (35 935) |
| Instalments on lease liabilities | (47 142) | (42 582) | (176 182) |
| Paid interest on lease liabilities | (8 325) | (9 951) | (35 196) |
| Paid dividends | - | - | (221 136) |
| Sale treasury shares | - | - | 95 223 |
| Purchase treasury shares | (16 346) | - | (59 098) |
| Net cash flow from financing activities | 121 560 | (110 914) | (632 325) |
| Foreign currency effects on cash and cash equivalents | 232 | 2 560 | 2 122 |
| Net increase/decrease in cash and cash equivalents | 75 694 | (206 659) | (113 600) |
| Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period | 164 488 | 278 088 | 278 088 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period | 240 182 | 71 429 | 164 488 |
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Note 1 General information
Multiconsult ASA (the company) is a Norwegian public limited liability company listed on Oslo Stock Exchange. The company and its subsidiaries (together the Multiconsult group/the group) are among the leading suppliers of consultancy and design services in Norway and the Nordic region. The group has subsidiaries outside the Nordic region - in Poland, United Kingdom, Portugal and Serbia.
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Notes to the financial statements
The group prepares its consolidated annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS® Accounting Standards as adopted by the EU (International Financial Reporting Standards - IFRS). References to IFRS in these financial statements refer to IFRS Accounting Standards as approved by the EU. The accounting policies adopted are consistent with those of the previous financial year, with the exemptions presented below.
The financial statements are presented in NOK, rounded to the nearest thousand, unless otherwise stated. As a result of rounding adjustments, the figures in one or more rows or columns included in the financial statements and notes may not add up to the total of that row or column.
These interim condensed consolidated financial statements for the first quarter of 2025 have been prepared in accordance with IAS 34 as approved by the EU. They have not been audited. They do not include all of the information required for full annual financial statements of the group and should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements for 2024.
The accounting policies applied are consistent with those applied and described in the consolidated annual financial statements for 2024, which are available upon request from the company's registered office at Nedre Skøyen vei 2, 0276 Oslo and at www.multiconsultgroup.com/investor-relations. These interim condensed consolidated financial statements for the first quarter of 2025 were approved by the board of directors and the CEO on 12 May 2025.
The preparation of interim condensed consolidated financial statements requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of accounting policies and the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, income and expense. Actual results may differ from these estimates. In preparing these interim condensed consolidated financial statements, significant judgements made by management in applying the group's accounting policies. The key sources of estimation uncertainty were the same as those
applied to the annual consolidated financial statements for the 2024 and described in note 2 in the annual consolidated financial statements.
Cash-generating units are reviewed for impairment when indicators exist. The estimated recoverable amounts are affected by assumptions in connection with the estimation of future cash flows, as well as discount rate for the estimation of the present
value of the cash flows. An assessment of impairment indicators has been made on 31 March 2025. No impairment indicators were identified, and thereby a full test is not performed. The group performed full impairment tests on 31 December 2024 which did not result in any impairment for goodwill, property, plant and equipment or intangible assets related to any of the cash generating units.
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Multiconsult's financial reporting is presented in the following four segments, Region Oslo, Region Norway, Architecture and International and includes acquired companies in the relevant segment.
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| Amounts in NOK thousand | Region Oslo | Region Norway | Architecture | International | Not allocated | Eliminations | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net operating revenues | 563 734 | 636 994 | 217 356 | 110 016 | 179 | (4 861) | 1 523 417 |
| Operating expenses | 468 450 | 546 808 | 187 386 | 98 002 | (24 826) | (4 861) | 1 270 959 |
| EBITDA | 95 284 | 90 186 | 29 969 | 12 014 | 25 005 | - | 252 458 |
| Depreciation | 6 571 | 8 796 | 8 851 | 5 455 | 32 428 | - | 62 101 |
| EBITA | 88 714 | 81 390 | 21 118 | 6 559 | (7 423) | - | 190 358 |
| Full-time equivalents (FTE) | 1 136 | 1 329 | 525 | 446 | 185 | - | 3 620 |
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| Amounts in NOK thousand | Region Oslo | Region Norway | Architecture | International | Not allocated | Eliminations | Total |
| Net operating revenues | 510 070 | 559 040 | 194 280 | 96 043 | 12 304 | (4 793) | 1 366 943 |
| Operating expenses | 441 680 | 484 268 | 180 631 | 85 704 | (16 640) | (4 793) | 1 170 851 |
| EBITDA | 68 389 | 74 772 | 13 648 | 10 339 | 28 944 | - | 196 092 |
| Depreciation | 5 487 | 8 358 | 8 585 | 5 142 | 31 732 | - | 59 304 |
| EBITA | 62 903 | 66 414 | 5 064 | 5 197 | (2 789) | - | 136 789 |
| Full-time equivalents (FTE) | 1 121 | 1 271 | 541 | 457 | 159 | - | 3 550 |
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| Amounts in NOK thousand | Region Oslo | Region Norway | Architecture | International | Not allocated | Eliminations | Total |
| Net operating revenues | 2 004 557 | 2 176 708 | 757 444 | 406 008 | 57 088 | (18 210) | 5 383 597 |
| Operating expenses | 1 724 926 | 1 897 390 | 698 686 | 361 034 | (45 669) | (18 210) | 4 618 157 |
| EBITDA | 279 632 | 279 319 | 58 759 | 44 974 | 102 756 | - | 765 440 |
| Depreciation | 24 777 | 34 892 | 34 781 | 21 289 | 126 349 | - | 242 087 |
| EBITA | 254 855 | 244 427 | 23 978 | 23 686 | (23 593) | - | 523 353 |
| Full-time equivalents (FTE) | 1 122 | 1 282 | 517 | 470 | 175 | - | 3 566 |
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Note 2 Basis of preparation and statements
The group's net operating revenues are affected by the number of working days within each reporting period while employee expenses are recognised for full calendar days. The number of working days in a month is affected by public holidays and vacations. The timing of public holidays (e.g. Easter) during quarters and whether they fall on weekends or weekdays impacts revenues, earnings, cash flows and working capital balances. Generally, the company's employees are granted leave during Easter and Christmas. The summer holidays primarily impact the month of July and the third quarter.
There were no significant events or transactions in the period.
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The company holds 124 175 treasury shares on 31 March 2025. In 2015, Multiconsult ASA introduced a share purchase programme for employees. In connection with this, and over time, the company holds variable position of treasury shares. In 2023, the programme was replaced by an employee ownership programme. This programme consisted of two parts: (i) Share purchase programme and (ii) Share ownership programme. In accordance
with continuation of the share ownership programme, a total of 124 new employees in the first of quarter 2025 have been offered 40 complimentary shares which will be handed over during the second quarter of 2025. During the first quarter of 2025, a total of 3 040 MULTI shares were transferred to new employees who accepted the offer received previous quarter.
For a description of the employee ownership programme for all employees and the performance-based bonus scheme for the group management, see note 7 in the consolidated financial statements for 2024.
For the periods presented there are no dilutive effects on profits or number of shares. Basic and diluted earnings per share are therefore the same.
| Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | FY 2024 | |
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| Profit attributable to the equity holders (NOK thousand) | 134 190 | 97 204 | 416 485 |
| Average no of shares (excl own shares) | 27 620 974 | 27 640 892 | 27 561 304 |
| Earnings per share attributable to the equity holders of the parent company (NOK) | 4.86 | 3.52 | 15.11 |
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The group's financial instruments, according to IFRS standards include interest-bearing liabilities, accounts receivables and other receivables, cash and cash equivalents and accounts
payables. It is assumed that the book value is a good approximation of fair value for the group's financial instruments.
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| Amounts in NOK thousand | 31 March 2025 | 31 March 2024 | 31 December 2024 |
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| Multiconsult ASA | 484 920 | 400 000 | 284 920 |
| Total | 484 920 | 400 000 | 284 920 |
At the end of the period, Multiconsult ASA has an overdraft loan facility of NOK 320.0 million, which is part of a cash pool. The cash pool is a multi-currency and multi-account system for the legal entities Multiconsult Norge AS, LINK Arkitektur AS, LINK Arkitektur AB, LINK Arkitektur A/S, A-Lab AS, Iterio AB and Multiconsult UK Limited, where Multiconsult ASA is the owner of the cash pool's top account and the interest-bearing debt or of the
facility. In addition, Multiconsult ASA has a revolving credit facility including accordion option of NOK 800.0 million. Loan portfolio with Nordea bank is a 3-year (+ 3 month) facility until March 2026. During first quarter of 2025 the loan portfolio with Nordea is reclassified from non-current to current interest-bearing liabilities in the statement of financial position, as the loan is due to be settled within twelve months after the reporting period. In
the first quarter of 2025 Multiconsult ASA made a drawdown of NOK 200.0 million on the revolving credit facility, and at the end of the period the total drawdown on the revolving credit facility amounts to NOK 450 million. Multiconsult ASA is compliant with its financial covenants on 31 March 2025.
On 1 April 2025, Multiconsult ASA announced its agreement to acquire 100 per cent of the shares in the acoustics company Lifetec AS to strengthen its position in the acoustics sector in the Nordics. Lifetec AS, an engineering company specialising within acoustics, noise and vibrations, is based in Oslo. The company
comprises six employees with high professional expertise and a strong project portfolio within industry and energy.
As of the date of the interim report for the first quarter of 2025 was authorised for issue (12 May 2025), the initial accounting for the business combination was incomplete due to the timing of the transaction. Consequently, no further disclosure regarding the acquisition is included in the interim report for the first quarter of 2025.

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Multiconsult uses alternative performance measures for periodic and annual financial reporting in order to provide a better understanding of the group's underlying financial performance. As of first quarter 2024 the alternative performance measure related to Other OPEX ratio has been removed from this overview as underlying transactions have changed, mainly related to IT cost, and key figures no longer provide relevant and comparable information.
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| Amounts in NOK thousand (except percentage) | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | FY 2024 |
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| EBIT | 189 382 | 135 965 | 516 556 |
| Amortisation on acquisition related items | 976 | 823 | 6 797 |
| EBITA | 190 358 | 136 789 | 523 353 |
| Net operating revenues | 1 523 417 | 1 366 943 | 5 383 597 |
| EBITA margin | 12.5% | 10.0% | 9.7% |
Reported figures adjusted for share ownership programme, restructuring cost (impairment IFRS16) and one-time compensation from client.
| Amounts in NOK thousand (except percentage) | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | FY 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| EBITA | 190 358 | 136 789 | 523 353 |
| Share ownership programme | - | - | - |
| Restructuring cost (Impairment Right-of-Use Assets) | - | - | - |
| One-time compensation from client | - | - | (31 226) |
| Adjusted EBITA | 190 358 | 136 789 | 492 127 |
| Adjusted net operating revenues | 1 523 417 | 1 366 943 | 5 352 370 |
| Adjusted EBITA margin | 12.5% | 10.0% | 9.2% |
Markets, order intake and backlog Segments Region Oslo Region Norway Architecture International Subsequent events Outlook Risk and uncertainties Definitions Disclaimer
Interim condensed consolidated statement of profit or loss Interim condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income Interim condensed consolidated statement of financial position Interim condensed consolidated statement of changes in equity Interim condensed consolidated statement of cash flows
Note 2 Basis of preparation and statements
Note 3 Estimates, judgements and assumptions
Note 5 Explanatory comments regarding the impact of revenue seasonality on quarterly reporting
Note 6 Significant events and transactions
Note 10 Events after the reporting period
Alternative performance measures (APMs)
Reported figures adjusted for calendar effect and other items affecting comparability. In the first quarter of 2025 there were on average four more working days compared to the first quarter of 2024. There was an estimated positive impact of approximately NOK 82.9 million on net operating revenues and EBITA compared to 2024.
| Amounts in NOK thousand (except percentage) | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | FY 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net operating revenues | 1 523 417 | 1 366 943 | 5 383 597 |
| Calendar effect | (82 933) | - | - |
| One-time compensation from client | - | - | (31 226) |
| Adjusted net operating revenues including calendar effect | 1 440 484 | 1 366 943 | 5 352 371 |
| Adjusted EBITA including calendar effect | 107 425 | 136 789 | 492 127 |
| Adjusted EBITA margin including calendar effect | 7.5% | 10.0% | 9.2% |
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| Amounts in NOK thousand (except percentage) | 31 March 2025 | 31 March 2024 | 31 December 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total shareholders' equity | 1 393 908 | 1 182 721 | 1 278 871 |
| Total assets | 4 101 360 | 3 972 592 | 3 769 363 |
| Equity ratio | 34.0% | 29.8% | 33.9% |
| Total shareholders' equity (excl. IFRS 16) | 1 458 697 | 1 252 725 | 1 345 859 |
| Total assets (excl. IFRS 16) | 3 472 087 | 3 215 865 | 3 118 754 |
| Equity ratio excluding right-of-use assets | 42.0% | 39.0% | 43.2% |
| Amounts in NOK thousand | 31 March 2025 | 31 March 2024 | 31 December 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cash and cash equivalents, excluding restricted cash | 240 182 | 71 429 | 164 488 |
| Cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash | 389 | 2 546 | 1 506 |
| Non-current financial assets, restricted funds | 28 070 | 28 117 | 28 361 |
| Interest-bearing liabilities | 1 178 982 | 1 226 731 | 1 002 517 |
| Net interest-bearing liabilities including IFRS 16 lease liabilities | 910 341 | 1 124 638 | 808 162 |
| Non-current and current IFRS 16 lease liabilities | 694 062 | 826 731 | 717 597 |
| Net interest-bearing liabilities excluding IFRS 16 lease liabilities | 216 279 | 297 908 | 90 565 |
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| Highlights | |
| Key figures | |
| First quarter 2025 |
Financial review People and organisation Markets, order intake and backlog Segments Region Oslo Region Norway Architecture International Subsequent events Outlook Risk and uncertainties Definitions Disclaimer
Interim condensed consolidated statement of profit or loss Interim condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income Interim condensed consolidated statement of financial position Interim condensed consolidated statement of changes in equity Interim condensed consolidated statement of cash flows
13 May 2025 Q1 2025 results 19 Aug 2025 Half-yearly 2025 report 04 Nov 2025 Q3 2025 results
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Investor relations information
Pål-Sverre Jørgensen Group treasurer & IRO
| Grethe Bergly | CEO |
|---|---|
| Ove B. Haupberg | CFO |
| Johan Arntzen | COO |
| Kari Nicolaisen | EVP HR & corporate communications |
| Thor Ørjan Holt | EVP Sales |
| Leif Olav Bogen | EVP Region Oslo |
| Kari Sveva Dowsett | EVP Region Norway |
| Kristin Olsson Augestad | EVP Architecture |
| Geir Juterud | EVP Projects |
| Agathe Bryde Schjetlein | EVP Sustainability |
Rikard Appelgren Chair of the board Sverre Hurum Director Eva Kristiansen Director Tove Raanes Director Tore Sjursen Director Trude Skogesal Director, employee elected Magnus Sørensen Director, employee elected Axel Ødegaard Director, employee elected Multiconsult ASA | Interim report | Q1 2025 32
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With over 4 000 highly skilled employees, the group offers a wide range of services, including multidisciplinary consulting and design, project engineering and management, verification, inspection, supervision and architecture.
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Financial review People and organisation Markets, order intake and backlog Segments Region Oslo Region Norway Architecture International Subsequent events Outlook Risk and uncertainties Definitions Disclaimer
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Alternative performance measures (APMs)
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CEO comments Highlights Key figures First quarter 2025 Financial review People and organisation Markets, order intake and backlog
Region Oslo Region Norway Architecture International Subsequent events Outlook
Financial statements Statement of profit or loss Statement of comprehensive income Statement of financial position Statement of changes in equity Statement of cash flows
Note 07 Treasury shares Note 08 Earnings per share Note 09 Financial instruments Note 10 Events after the reporting period Alternative performance measures (APMs) Investor relations information
Notes to the financial statements
Note 02 Basis of preparation and statements Note 03 Estimates, judgements and assumptions
Note 05 Explanatory comments regarding the impact of revenue seasonality on
quarterly reporting Note 06 Significant events and transactions
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